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Failed Portfolio

We want to keep track of how well we are performing in acquiring funded accounts and ultimately, making regular withdrawals. This page is dedicated to all the failed accounts we've poured time and money into.

What I learned from blowing up my FTMO live account

For many aspiring traders, passing an FTMO Challenge and securing a funded account is a dream milestone. It represents external validation, a gateway to professional trading, and access to substantial capital. But what happens when you get funded—only to blow the account or violate one of FTMO’s strict rules? It’s painful, no doubt. However, failure in this context can be one of the most powerful teachers. Here's what you can learn from falling short after receiving an FTMO funded account:

1. Discipline Is Not Optional—It’s EverythingFTMO has rigid rules: daily loss limits, maximum drawdown, and required risk management protocols. If you failed due to a rule breach, it highlights a crucial truth—discipline is the foundation of trading. Being right about the market direction means nothing if you're wrong about risk control.Lesson: Trading isn't just about predicting price movement; it's about managing risk like a professional. Without discipline, even good trades become dangerous.

2. Your Psychology Will Be TestedTrading a demo during the challenge phase is one thing. Trading with real, funded capital—where losses mean more than just numbers on a screen—is another. Fear, greed, impatience, and revenge trading tendencies get magnified under pressure.Lesson: Emotional mastery is as important as strategy. Journaling your trades and your emotions, practicing mindfulness, or working with a performance coach can turn mental weakness into strength.

Final ThoughtsFailing an FTMO funded account hurts—but it’s not a death sentence for your trading career. If you're willing to reflect, adapt, and grow, failure can become your most valuable teacher. The path to trading success isn't linear; it's forged through setbacks, adjustments, and relentless self-improvement.The real win isn’t in getting funded. It’s in becoming the kind of trader who deserves to be.